The movement and sounds of water have always inspired artists. At Salem Creek in the Gateway Nature Preserve, kids and adults can explore the potential of water to make art, music, and poetry.

Paint with mud, make music with water, and create sand pictures with the objects that wash up on the “beach.” By special arrangement, LB the Poet and students from the Winston-Salem Street School will perform poetry inspired by the location, and in turn work with visitors to create their own poetry.

Come when you wish and visit the four activity stations at your own pace. The event is geared to families but can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to stretch their creative side.

In the event of rain, the event will be rescheduled for Sunday, April 7.

An art show and sale to benefit the Gateway Nature Preserve. Works by area artists who find inspiration in the natural world. Proceeds support the Gateway Nature Preserve's programs and site development plans, including a pollinator garden and forest trails.

The art sale runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Artworks Gallery, 564 North Trade Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Want to get the buzz on bees? Join Gateway Nature Preserve at Colony Urban Farm, where Allison Bowling will share her knowledge about the role of bees as pollinators. You’ll learn the following and more:

Native bee myths & facts

Honeybees vs. native bees? History and Benefits

Pollination statistics: Why are native bees important?

Fundamentals of native bee habitats & life cycles

How you can help

Keys to success

You will also get to see a demonstration habitat, nesting materials, and cocoons!

Colony Urban Farm Store is a family-owned business that serves urban farmers, beekeepers, and others interested in pursuing sustainable food sources. Allison co-owns Colony with her husband, Josh Pietrafeso. You can learn more about Colony at www.colonyurbanfarm.com.

After the workshop, Allison and Josh are offering participantsa 15% discount off a purchase of habitats, cocoons, and nesting materials and other native bee supplies.